A 42-foot inflatable Santa in Farmingdale has become a local spectacle, visible from over a third of a mile, anchoring holiday spirit in the neighborhood.

The Empire State Building will shine in autumn colors for Thanksgiving, as reported by Time Out New York, adding to the city's festive atmosphere alongside the Macy's Parade.

Aurora's Holiday Tree Lighting and Merry Makers Market event will offer local shopping, entertainment, and festive activities on December 3, at the Aurora Municipal Center.

Downtown Mesa's Merry Main Street event, sponsored by AT&T, offers festive activities like ice skating and visits with Santa Claus from November 29 through January 11.

New Orleans initiates its own Walk of Fame, with a groundbreaking event including Master P and the unveiling of plaques for Todd Graves and Lil Wayne.

The Shaky Knees Festival is moving to Piedmont Park in Atlanta, taking place from September 19 to 21, with over 60 bands expected to perform. This shift in location and dates was once associated with Music Midtown.

Robert Moore from Gaston County won a $2 million scratch-off lottery during a routine trip to Walmart. He opted for a lump sum, receiving $858,006 after taxes.

The Eagles have added four more shows to their Las Vegas residency at The Sphere due to high demand, with tickets starting at $175 and no hidden fees.

The Las Cruces Public Libraries is hosting a free animated movie marathon on Dec. 7 featuring family-friendly films at the Thomas Branigan Memorial Library.

Rochester's downtown recently lit up with the annual Big, Bright Light Show, coinciding with the Lagniappe celebration, featuring street performances, local merchant gestures, and a fireworks display. The festive lights will remain until January 19.

West Michigan's ENLIGHTEN holiday event at Frederik Meijer Gardens features a one-mile path with light displays, interactive installations, and musical elements, designed for all ages.

The Bésame Mucho music festival in Los Angeles, featuring Shakira and Pitbull, was cancelled due to "circumstances beyond our control," with automatic refunds promised.

Blue Man Group will end its over 30-year run in NYC on February 2, 2025. The show is known for its silent, blue-painted performers and has been seen by over 50 million people worldwide.